1976 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |
